Getting Ready For
Agenda The Basics Benefits to participating Intro to GiveGab - your Give Big Kern 2018 Platform! The GiveGab Basics Key Features and Resources Registering for Give Big Kern Next Steps and Questions
The Basics www.givebigkern.org May 1, 12:00 AM - 11:59:59 PM Every nonprofit conducts their own unique campaign on the day Nonprofit trainings, tools, templates, and guides offered to optimize efforts Prize & Incentives Community Events
Who Can Participate? Organizations located in or directly serving Kern County IRS recognized nonprofits eligible to receive tax deductible gifts If you re returning this year, you should already be verified on GiveGab You can expect to receive emails from GiveGab if verification is incomplete Registered to fundraise in the state in which you solicit donors in Able to accept ACH direct deposit transfers to a valid checking account Agency must be registered with Kern Community Foundation & have a Silver or higher rating on GuideStar.org. Questions? Email Louis@kernfoundation.org
Benefits of Participating Learn how to utilize up and coming digital tools and modern software Re-Engage with your existing supporters to make a greater impact Increase visibility and exposure by connecting with a larger community Utilize the Giving Day to help your organization reach other internal goals Motivate donors to make a greater impact with prizes and match incentives
How can my organization participate? www.givebigkern.org
Your Preparation Checklist
Your Preparation Checklist
The Basics Logo As one of the first things a donor sees on your profile, make sure your logo is current and represents your brand Tagline A quick one sentence overview of your organization or giving day campaign Website Add your website so donors will be able to learn more about your organization Causes Select up to 3 causes to help donors find causes they re interested in.
Telling Your Story
Confirm your compliance
Highlighting Impact Custom Amounts Unique Descriptions Optional Photos Unlimited Giving Levels
Personal Gratitude Write your own custom thank you message Add your own photo or video Sent immediately to your donor s email when they make a gift Comes directly from your organization s contact
Viewing & Sharing Your Profile
Additional Capabilities
Tips, Tools, and Resources The Nonprofit Toolkit has everything you need to plan, prepare, and promote Give Big Kern and reach your goals! Customizable Templates Communication Timelines Give Big Kern Graphics Helpful resources for your board members, volunteers, and fundraisers
Transparent Pricing 2% Platform Fee + 2.2% Credit Card Fee (3.5% for American Express) + $.30 per transaction = 4.2-5.5% + $0.30 No registration cost or subscription required to participate Donors ALWAYS have the option to cover all fees on behalf of your organization Historically 65-75% of donors cover fees on your behalf GiveGab Platform Fee is capped at $20 per transaction
Who is GiveGab? GiveGab is modern, easy-to-use software that cultivates long-term giving relationships between nonprofits and their supporters by providing robust online fundraising, donor management, supporter engagement, Giving Days, and so much more!
Quick Guide To GiveGab Safe, secure, and reliable platform for nonprofits & donors Mobile-responsive on every page Seamless transactions and donation processing Multi-Give features to encourage increased support Immediate Thank You messages to donors Accessible support team readily available
Secure & Reliable Partners with Stripe, a PCI Level 1 Payment Processor All participating organizations verified as IRS and State recognized nonprofits Fail Safe Redundancy Plans for your Giving Day Load Testing Cloud Services Backup Plans Complete Transparency with Nonprofits and Donors
Building Donor Trust
Easy & Accessible On Average 61% of all emails are opened on a mobile device Your Giving Day is completely mobile-responsive on every page Donors can give easily on any internet enabled device
Simple Donation Processing All major credit cards accepted Securely processed through Stripe Donors always have the option to cover all fees on your behalf On average, between 65-75% of donors choose to cover all fees on a Giving Day Option for donors to schedule monthly recurring donations
Give, Give, and Give Again! GiveGab s Multi-Give features make it quick and convenient for donors to support as many causes in their community as they like!
Instantaneous Donor Delight Customizable Thank You Emails Add your own text, photo, or video! Sent immediately after the gift is made Comes from YOUR organization Includes your organization s EIN and donation amount to act as a tax-deductible receipt Social Share links for more online engagement Option to encourage donors to fundraise
Support Team Visit Our Help Center https://support.givegab.com/ Send us an email at CustomerSuccess@givegab.com Chat with GiveGab s Customer Success Team whenever you have questions or need a hand Look for the little blue chat bubble!
More Platform Opportunities Enhanced Profile Customization Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Tools Automatic Matching Gift Feature Easy Social Sharing Recognize Cash & Check Gifts Nightly Donation Deposits Instant Access to Donor Data Even more features available to you year round!
Your Next Steps Sign up for in-person workshop Jan 18/19 Register for Give Big Kern Like and Follow Give Big Kern on Social Media! Facebook/Twitter/Instagram @GIVEBIGKERN Use the hashtag #GIVEBIGKERN Watch your inbox for important emails Watch giving day training series videos Check out the Nonprofit Toolkit The more tools you use, the better your fundraising and donor engagement results!
Questions?